'Cheeni Kum' clocks 13 years: R.Balki shares his experience on making a 'coming of age' film

R.Balki is known for bringing in a voice of modernity within mainstream Hindi Cinema. As one of the most loved films of the

director

clocks 13 years today, R. Balki's first film after his stint in advertising brought within mainstream Hindi cinema the voice of modernity. The film was quite ahead of its time with a stellar star cast of Amitabh Bachchan and Tabu.

The filmmaker marked his debut in the industry after a long stint in advertising. R. Balki has a knack for

unconventional subjects

and writes them effortlessly making it a delight to watch on screen. The director believes that he is drawn towards off-beat subjects. He feels that there are many stories to be told but if one labours 2 years on a project, it has to be distinct enough to last that long.

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Cheeni Kum

' is touted as a mature and quirky love story. "It was one of the very few love stories without the words 'I love you'. It was also a fun film and many senior citizens came up to me and told me that it gave them hope", revealed the filmmaker.

The film even after 13 years is indeed a gem to cherish.